Plastics in Turmoil: Towards Greener Alternatives in Beauty Packaging—As consumers become increasingly eco-conscious, brands are coming up with new, smarter ways to packaging their products in ways that minimize plastic. Christophe Pradère, CEO and founder of BETC Design, will lead a session on transitioning to alternatives—including bioplastic, glass and eschewing packaging altogether—and the challenges that may arise in the process.

Global vs. Local: Packaging Challenges of International Growth—From vintage to minimalist, plastic-free to color-free, 2019 has proven to be an exciting year for packaging designers and brands. Merck associate director of project management Kameelah S. Majied will lead a session advising brands on how they can make sure their packaging stands out in the crowd.

The Future of Perfume Packaging—Organized in partnership with the International Perfume Foundation and moderated by its founder and chairwoman Creezy Courtoy, this panel will discuss the evolution of, and current hot topics within, perfume packaging.

ADF&PCD New York will held September 17-18, 2019 at the Altman Building & Metropolitan Pavilion in New York City.